ASK THE CHALET PROS

Chalet has more Illinois Certified Nursery Professionals than anyone else in the state. Let them help you with your plant, supply or landscape purchasing questions.

CALL 847.256.0561 with your general garden and plant questions

STOP IN at our retail store for advice, diagnosis and recommendations on your plant diseases and insect problems at our Plant Health Care Center ~ please bring a sample in a baggie for proper diagnosis.

EMAIL us below for general garden and plant questions.

WRITE us at "Chalet Info," 3132 Lake Avenue, Wilmette, IL 60091.

CHECK OUT Chalet Landscape Architect's Steve Kooyenga's monthly column in The Tribune (local editions) or see his - and other Chalet experts - answers to often-asked questions, below.

See below for recently asked questions from our customers.  


January 26, 2012
Is it too early to prepare for spring? What can I do midwinter?
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January 13, 2012
Winter Houseplant Care
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December 22, 2011
In Your Own Backyard with Steve Kooyenga
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October 06, 2011
Q: Can you recommend an evergreen good in at least a half day of shade?
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October 04, 2011
I’m overwhelmed by the number and variety of materials available for patios and walks. How do I mak
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October 01, 2011
In Your Own Backyard - Q & A with Steve Kooyenga
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September 18, 2011
My magnolia has whitish bumps all over the stems and the leaves have turned black. What is this?
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September 10, 2011
What shrubs grow well in shade?
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September 07, 2011
Q: What shade trees do you recommend for our area?
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September 04, 2011
When do I prune shrubs?
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August 24, 2011
What causes fruit flies in house plants and how can they be eliminated ?
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August 10, 2011
I have a narrow space between my house and my neighbor’s home and I’m concerned about privacy when w
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August 09, 2011
Q: I've got a ficus with sticky, yellowing leaves. What's wrong?
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01.23.2012 - Tony Fulmer on WGN Midday Fix - Low-Light House Plants
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01.26.2012 - Is it too early to prepare for spring? What can I do midwinter?
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01.13.2012 - Winter Houseplant Care
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